NPR Topics: ScienceLonely Wolverine Seeks West Coast Mate Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:21:00 -0500
It isn't a personal ad: A male wolverine, dubbed "Buddy" by researchers, has been found in Tahoe National Forest in California. A wolverine has not been spotted in the state for some 90 years. No one can figure out just how Buddy got there, but as mating season approaches, this little guy could feel lonelier than ever.
Vaccinating Kids Helps Adults Avoid Flu Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:52:00 -0500
Researchers studying isolated communities in Canada showed that immunizing children against influenza lowered flu rates among unvaccinated adults by 60 percent.
Giving May Be Contagious Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:19:00 -0500
Even a little pot of money can lead to a lot of giving, as the altruistic spirit ripples through a network, researchers say.
For Quake Scientists, Chile Becomes A Unique Lab Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:30:00 -0500
Following the massive earthquake that struck on Feb. 27, scientists have flocked to Chile with the goal of picking up enough clues to one day predict when the next big one will strike.
Wash Post Health A few setbacks and changes in routine to lose 10 pounds Jennifer LaRue Huget Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500
Me Minus 10 got off to a rocky start two weeks ago: No sooner had I pledged to lose 10 pounds than I got, first, a GI-tract malady and then a wicked head cold (both now resolved). Neither helped me mentally or physically. Nor did learning, upon purchase of a new scale, that I have 12, not 10 poun...
On health-care reform, Republicans target Democrats' division over reconciliation Shailagh Murray Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500
As Republicans work to prevent a health-care bill from reaching President Obama, they are scrambling to exploit divisions between Democrats in the House and the Senate.
A patient's death prompts a doctor to assess 'Do Not Resuscitate' orders Boris Veysman Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500
The emergency department is always noisy, but sudden screams from a staffer still get attention. The triage nurse is yelling, "Not breathing, had vitals at triage and just croaked," as she runs toward us pushing a wheelchair. In it, a pale, thin man is slumped over and looking gray. I'm the atten...
Reuters: Health News"Personal" study shows gene maps can spot disease Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:40:11 -0500
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Two studies published on Wednesday show it is possible to sequence the entire gene maps of families with inherited diseases and pinpoint the offending bit of DNA.
Doctors fail to cut cholesterol enough Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:13:35 -0500
LONDON (Reuters) - Only half of patients at high risk of heart disease are given the right targets for cutting their cholesterol and millions may suffer heart attack or stroke due to doctors' poor advice, scientists said on Thursday.
U.S. says "drugged driving" growing threat Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:50:13 -0500
VIENNA (Reuters) - Motorists under the influence of drugs are a growing threat on U.S. roads, while the number who drink and drive has fallen thanks to education and law enforcement, a top U.S. drug control official said on Tuesday.
CNN.com - HealthHealthier men want more sex for more years Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:20:54 -0500
Healthier men, no matter their age, are going to have better sex more frequently and desire it more often than healthier women.
Minorities' higher Alzheimer's risk Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:41:22 -0500
Francisca Terrazas and other Latinas are about 1.5 times more likely than Anglos to develop Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, a new report says. Read how her family copes.
What can I do for chronic sinusitis? Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:53:00 -0500
I have been diagnosed with chronic sinusitis. It would seem like every six months or so, I have an episode where I am unable to go to work for about three days because I develop a temperature, swollen lymph nodes, (recently, swollen, inflammed tonsils) headaches and skin flora on my scalp. How is skin flora associated with sinusitis? Will this ever stop?
ABC News: HealthFDA to Investigate Possible Osteoporosis Drug-Femur Fracture Link After ABC News Report Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:13:39 -0500
The agency says it will work with outside experts to gather more information.
Food and Drug Administration - Osteoporosis - Health - Australian Broadcasting Corporation - Conditions and Diseases
Corey Haim's Death Highlights Difficulty of Addiction Recovery Wed, 10 Mar 2010 22:59:36 -0500
The death of 38-year-old actor Corey Haim by an alleged prescription drug overdose has cast renewed light on the question of whether an addict can truly "recover" -- particularly in light of accounts, including his own, that he had cleaned up his life.
CoreyHaim - Addiction - Health - Lost Boys - Substance abuse
Are C-Sections Too Common? Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:56:02 -0500
Cesarean births are at an all-time high and fewer women are giving birth vaginally following a cesarean section, spurring the National Institute of Health to reassess current recommendations on birthing practices.
Childbirth - Health - Caesarean section - Reproductive Health - Pregnancy and Birth
BBC News | Health | UK EditionHospital rap over medicine errors Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:01:53 -0000
Too many patients in England and Wales are not getting their medicines in hospital, a safety watchdog says.
GPs 'lax' on cholesterol targets Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:08:39 -0000
Many lives could be saved if GPs followed guidelines for reducing cholesterol in those at high risk of heart disease, a study suggests.
Vitiligo skin graft 'effective' Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:13:40 -0000
Skin transplant surgery can be an effective way of treating the skin disease vitiligo, say US researchers.
Newsweek Health HeadlinesMy Turn: What Veterinarians Can Teach Us About Health Care Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:37:43 -0000
When I say I'm a veterinary oncologist, I am usually met with a bemused, slightly incredulous reaction. I'm often asked, "Do people really treat their pets for ?" As a matter of fact, they do. Not only do I administer radiation and chemotherapy to cats and dogs (not to mention the occasional ferret and hedgehog) on a daily basis, but I work in one of the most sophisticated veterinary hospitals in the country, with a neurosurgeon, a dermatologist, an ophthalmologist, and a host of other specialists. Pet owners routinely rack up $10,000 bills to save the life of an animal that they consider a beloved member of the family.
How Expensive Will The Obama Health Care Plan Really Be? Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:36:59 -0000
The bogus Republican claim that Obamacare is a government takeover of one-sixth of the economy.
D.C. Aims to Increase Female Condom Use Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:18:21 -0000
The underutilized contraceptive is making a big comeback thanks to a major grant. But is it enough to stop the spread of HIV?
USATODAY.com Health - Top StoriesInsurers test health plans that stress patient choices Thu, 11 Mar 2010 05:32:03 -0000
"Value-based insurance design" plans help steer patients to high-quality treatments, which could improve health and possibly ...
Long-term use of osteoporosis drugs linked to hip breaks Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:16:43 -0000
A popular group of drugs prescribed to slow bone loss may be putting some patients at an increased risk of hip fractures if taken ...
U.S. genetic researchers win $500K Albany medical prize Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:02:11 -0000
Three American scientists who contributed to the mapping of the human genetic blueprint an advance that continues to give the ...
Penn Medicine Health and Wellness NewsletterThe Penn Epilepsy Center - Hope for Patients with Epilepsynoreply@blogger.com (Penn Medicine) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:59:00 -0000
Epilepsy is a chronic, debilitating neurological disorder that is characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. Approximately 0.5 to 1 percent of the population has epilepsy. For people with epilepsy, seizures can occur at any time and often without warning. The frequency of seizures varies from once a year to multiple seizures a day depending on the person. Epileptic seizures can have far-reaching implications on a person’s quality of life.The Penn Epilepsy Center provides the highest standard of care to patients with epilepsy and related problems. The center offers a full continuum of care including state-of-the-art diagnostic techniques, cutting-edge research, medical treatments, surgery, and support services to patients with epilepsy. The Penn Epilepsy Center offers both outpatient evaluation and inpatient care. Learn More
Keep Your Resolution to Live a Healthier Lifenoreply@blogger.com (Penn Medicine) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:58:00 -0000
If you vowed to lead a healthier lifestyle in 2010, it is not to too late to keep your resolution. The Penn Center for Executive Health offers customized health evaluations to individuals and employees of corporate clients. Penn Executive Health’s comprehensive health assessment examines overall well-being and addresses short-term and long-term health needs. Patients receive a complete summary of their results and a personalized prescription for health on the same day as the assessment. The Penn Center for Executive Health also offers a specialized women’s assessment as well as a half-day assessment option.
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March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Monthnoreply@blogger.com (Penn Medicine) Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:56:00 -0000
Although colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S., nearly 90 percent of colon cancers are thought to be preventable. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Penn Medicine encourages you to learn more about colon cancer risk and the importance of early detection. Joan Karnell Cancer Center at Pennsylvania Hospital is offering free colon cancer screenings and information about reducing risk from March 15 through 18. Register and Learn MoreAbout Joan Karnell Cancer CenterTop 5 Cancers
Reader's Digest: HealthChoosing a Weight-Loss Program for your Child Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Read more about this interesting rd.com article.
Foods to Lower Blood Sugar: Berries Fri, 16 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400
Berries are nutrition powerhouses and they may help keep your blood sugar in check.
Foods To Lower Your Blood Sugar: Cherries Fri, 16 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400
When you get a snack attack, reach for a handful of this sugar-lowering fruit.
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